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Beloved Lion Euthanized After Cancer Diagnosis
25 Apr
Summary
- A 10-year-old lion named Mumford was euthanized due to an untreatable nasal tumor.
- Mumford received hospice care, prioritizing comfort and quality of life.
- He was born in Colorado and joined the Como Zoo in 2019.
A lion named Mumford, aged 10, was euthanized at Como Park Zoo and Conservatory in St. Paul, Minnesota. The decision was made after he was diagnosed with an untreatable tumor in his nasal sinuses.
His animal care team had been focused on his comfort and quality of life since he entered hospice care. When his condition worsened, a compassionate decision was made for a peaceful goodbye.
Mumford was born at Pueblo Zoo in Colorado and became a resident of Como Zoo in 2019. He was known for basking in the sun and spending time with his companion, Maji.
Staff are closely monitoring Maji following Mumford's passing.
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